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THE 5 BEST Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

Hop-on hop-off tours in dublin.

• Cultural Tours
• Historical & Heritage Tours
• Beer Tastings & Tours
• Hop-On Hop-Off Tours
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Chinese (Traditional)
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

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7. Dublin Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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City Sightseeing Dublin: Hop-on, Hop-off Tour

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• Inclusions & Exclusions

Daily   

24/48/72 hours (as per the option selected)

Walking tour: 3 hours approx

9:15am to 5pm (last departure), every 30 minutes.

Free walking tour: 10am, 11am, 2pm

Hop-On, Hop-Off: You can board the bus at any of the route's stops. The favored stops are Irish Whiskey Museum  (stop 1), Dublin Castle , St. Patrick's Cathedral , EPIC Museum  and Guinness Storehouse .

Walking tour: Make your way beside Spire Monument (walking distance from Stop 1)

You may leave the bus at any stops.

• Kids travel free! Every paying adult receives two complimentary tickets for children between 4yrs & 12yrs.
• Discover Dublin at your own pace with this great hop-on, hop-off tour
• Customize your own itinerary and hop on and off at attractions of your choice
• Your ticket also includes a FREE guided Walking Tour
• Audio commentary in a range of languages will ensure you don’t miss a thing

Validity: 12 months from the date chosen at the time of booking

• Discover everything from Georgian architecture, modern art & literature to whiskey and Guinness
• Both printed or smartphone vouchers accepted!

Enjoy Dublin sightseeing at your own pace with the ever-popular City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On, Hop-off tour. The strategic route and stops cover all the major Dublin attractions. This ticket grants you 24, 48, or 72-hour unlimited hop-on, hop-off access with frequent departures. Your valuable Dublin sightseeing time will not be wasted waiting for the next bus.

Hop on and off at the well-placed stops to see the attractions of your choice. You could also sit back and simply enjoy a drive around the charming city. Enjoy informative audio commentary and know about the history, culture and iconic sights of Dublin.

Your Dublin hop-on, hop-off ticket also includes a FREE guided walking tour .

Kids travel free! Every paying adult receives two complimentary tickets for children between 4 years & 12 years.

MAJOR ATTRACTIONS COVERED

• Irish Whiskey Museum
• Christchurch Cathedral
• Dublin Castle
• The Dublin Liberties Distillery
• Kilmainham Gaol
• Phoenix Park
• Writers Museum
• Irish Museum of Modern Art
• National Museum of Ireland
• Teelings Distillery
• 24, 48, or 72-hour Hop-on-Hop-off ticket
• Audio commentary in English, Spanish, German, Italian, French, Portuguese, Chinese & Russian.
• FREE guided walking tour in English or Spanish
• Entrances to attractions (unless specified)

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Please note.

Voucher information: You can show your voucher on your smartphone (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!)

Mobile vouchers can be redeemed at any of stops along the route. Paper vouchers must be redeemed at one of the following tourist offices: 37 College Green, Dublin 2. 69 Upper O'Connell Street, Dublin 1.

Walking tour: Please show your City Sightseeing ticket to the guide.

Up to two children aged between 4 and 12 travel free with every paying adult. You will be given the two complimentary tickets on arrival and there is no need to add the child tickets to your basket when buying online

Wheelchair accessibility: Partial. Guests need to walk up 1 step.

Dublin is a functioning city and weather, traffic, and events may occasionally cause disruption.

Times and stops are subject to change. The updated map will be available on the bus.

Customer Reviews

Amir pathan.

Bus takes long to arrive sometimes an hour

Michelle Labounty

The driver had little interaction with riders and it was an automated message unlike other tours we’ve been on in other cities

Michelle Smith

Easy to book and locate on the day of the tour.

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Hop On Hop Off City Tour

No.1 hop-on hop-off in the world on tripadvisor.

The Green open top bus is iconic in Dublin. And for great reason. Owned and operated locally, the DoDublin Hop On Hop Off Tour has been the city's leading tour for over 35 years. We don't just bring you to Dublin's attractions, we are  one of the city's top tourist attractions and we carry millions of visitors each year to discover the city we love.

• Dublin's original and best Sightseeing Tour
• World famous Dublin Tour Guides
• 25 Great Stops on Route
• Visits all Dublin's top Attractions
• Buy Online and Save!
• One Child Free with each Adult (U15)

Dublin's No.1 Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour allows you to experience all the history and culture of Dublin in one visit.

The City Tour Route - 1 hour 45 minutes and 25 stops visiting all the city's top attractions. Hop-off at any time to go visit the big bus tour attractions like Dublin Zoo, the Guinness Storehouse or The Book of Kells in Trinity College and EPIC: The Irish Emigration Musuem , Your guide will point out all the most famous landmarks and points of interest along the way, showing you where famous Dubliners like James Joyce, Oscar Wilde and Samuel Beckett (among others) lived and spent their time.

Buses for the tour start at 9am daily from outside Dublin Bus Head Office at 59 Upper O'Connell Street, Dublin 1. The last tour of the day departs from Stop 1 at 19:00 (or 17:00 during from November to April)

You’ll enjoy live commentary from Fáilte Ireland trained guides, all native Dubliners who will charm and entertain you. We also provide pre-recorded multilingual tours in 9 languages; English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Italian, Russian, French and Irish.

Kids go FREE (1 under 15 with an adult), and you can avail of FREE entry into The Little Museum of Dublin at St. Stephen’s Green, worth €10, an offer which is exclusive to DoDublin customers.

Hop on Hop off Tour

Monday to Sunday, first bus 9am.

Duration: 1hr 45mins

Tour information

THE 5 BEST Hop-On Hop-Off Tours in Dublin, Ireland

Hop-on hop-off tours in dublin.

• Cultural Tours
• Historical & Heritage Tours
• Beer Tastings & Tours
• Hop-On Hop-Off Tours
• Up to 1 hour
• 1 to 4 hours
• 4 hours to 1 day
• 4.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 3.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• 2.0 of 5 bubbles & up
• Chinese (Traditional)
• The ranking of tours, activities, and experiences available on Tripadvisor is determined by several factors including the revenue generated by Tripadvisor from these bookings, the frequency of user clicks, and the volume and quality of customer reviews. Occasionally, newly listed offerings may be prioritized and appear higher in the list. The specific placement of these new listings may vary.

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DoDublin City Sightseeing Map Route Map

Plan your visit on Dublin's No.1 Hop-on hop-off tour with our Route Map options. We provide an interactive map which shows you all of our tour stops, as well as all of the city's top attractions, landmarks, hotels and much more!

We also provide a static PDF version of our route map. This is a simplified version which just highlights the tour route, all of the tour stops and highlights the main attraction associated with each stop. This map can be downloaded and printed off, or accessed offline.

Note; you will receive a copy of this map as part of our free brochure when you arrive to take the hop-on hop-off tour, or look out for the green brochure marked hop-on hop-off tour at your hotel or accommodation provider reception,

Interactive Map

Follow the link to visit our Interactive map. Zoom in to see exactly where Dublin's top attractions are located and plan your trip. The tour has 25 stops, each at a top Dublin Attraction

24 Hour Hop-on hop-off Tickets

Purchase tickets for Dublin's top City Sightseeing tour. This link is for 24 hours tickets. Valid for 24 hours from the time they're first scanned. Scan your tickets directly from your phone.

Follow the link for a static PDF map of the DoDublin hop-on hop-off tour route. You'll receive a free copy of this map when you board the tour bus, or look out for our free brochure and map at your hotel reception. This map can be printed off or used when offline.

48 Hour Hop-on hop-off Tickets

Purchase tickets for Dublin's top City Sightseeing tour. This link is for 48 hours tickets. Valid for 48 hours from the time they're first scanned. Scan your tickets directly from your phone.

The DoDublin hop-on hop-off tour Interactive Route map has a filter to show you items including;

• Dublin's top hotels
• Bus Stations
• Train Stations
• Art Galleries

Toggle any of these elements on or off and zoom in as much as you like to plan exactly where you want to go. The hop-on hop-off tour will bring you right to the doorstop of most of Dublin's Top attractions, but there are always a few hidden gems that are off the beaten track.

"Excellent and humorous"

"People keep asking if I hopped off the bus and no I didn't hop off because I didn't want to miss Ger's excellent guiding full of humour and singing"

Ryan S - Tripadvisor, February 2023

"Marty Made the Day!"

"My wife and 2 sons (under 10) done the whole tour, and Martin the driver was fantastic. The tour was great, the city is amazing and we would highly recommend"

Stephen Purcell, Tripadvisor, February 2023

"Great Service"

"Had a great driver Mary very friendly gave a great interactive tour even had a sing song . On Tuesday 14/02/23 Even remembered us the day after. Highly recommend the tour"

Julie Young, Tripadvisor, February 2023

Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

Big Bus: 24/48/72-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Dublin Tour

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
• Get a taste of the best of Dublin at your own pace with an unlimited hop-on-hop-off bus tour.
• Access 1 route – Red Route with over 23 stops dotted along the city with the option of a Discover, Essential or Explore pass.
• The 48 and 72-hour passes also include a guided walking tour and night tour. Additionally, with your 72-hour pass, get a half-day coastal tour too!
• The open-top-double-decker buses will give you the best views of the city along with an entertaining live guide present onboard.
• Some popular stops include the iconic Trinity College, Kilmainham Gaol and Dublin Castle.

Discover Pass: 24-Hours

• 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
• Entertaining live guide
• Pre-recorded audio commentary in 8 languages
• Guided walking tour

Essential Pass: 48-Hours

• 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass

Explore Pass: 72-Hours

• 72-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
• Half-day coastal tour
• Entrance fees at the monuments
• Meal inclusions
• First bus: 9am from stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street)
• Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street)
• Frequency: Every 15 to 20 mins
• Popular stops: National Art Gallery, Dame Street/Dublin Castle, Christ Church Cathedral & St. Patrick's Cathedral

Click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.

Walking Tour

• Depature: 11am from O'Connell Street
• Duration: 2 hours
• First bus: 7pm from stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street)
• Last bus: 8:30pm from stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street)
• Duration: 1 hour

Half-Day Coastal Tour

• Depature: 2pm from stop#1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street)
• Duration: 60 mins
• Tip: For a deeper understanding of Ireland's tumultuous past, visit Kilmainham Gaol, a former prison that played a significant role in Irish history.
• Facilites: Wheelchair & Pram/Stroller accessibility, Pre-recorded commentary, Headphones, Guide dogs.
• The pre-recorded commentary is available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Cantonese & Russian.
• These tickets are valid for 1 days from the date of purchase.

City Sightseeing 24/48/72-Hour Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour of Dublin

• Explore Dublin at your leisure with this unlimited hop-on hop-off tour on a modern, open-top, double-decker bus.
• Get unlimited access to over 25 stops across the red route, with the freedom to hop on and off as many times as you like with your 24, 48, or 72-hour pass.
• Enhance your trip with a walking tour of Dublin in Spanish or English, offering a deeper dive into the city's rich history and culture.
• Enjoy the convenience of free Wi-Fi and an audio guide in 8 languages to tell you more about the places you see along the way.
• Visit popular stops such as the Guinness Storehouse, Kilmainham Gaol, and Temple Bar, and discover the hidden gems of Dublin.
• 24/48/72-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
• Audio guide in 8 languages
• Walking tour
• Entry to attractions
• First bus: 9:15am
• Last bus: 5pm
• Frequency: Approx every 30mins.
• Popular stops: Dublin Castle, St. Patricks Cathedral, Irish Museum of Modern Art & Phoenix Park

Please click here for a detailed map and its boarding points.

• Departure: 11am from stop #2 (Barnardo Square next to City Hall)
• Duration: 3 hours
• Frequency: Daily
• Tip: Hop off at the Guinness Storehouse (stop 7) and learn about the history of Ireland's famous beer and enjoy a pint with panoramic city views.
• Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Free Wi-Fi, Audio Guide, Earphones.
• The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese, Portuguese, and Russian.
• These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.

Dublin Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours

Dublin is the capital city of Ireland, known for its rich literary history, vibrant pub culture, and friendly locals. It is home to famous landmarks such as Trinity College, Dublin Castle, and the Guinness Storehouse, as well as a thriving arts and music scene.

But getting around the old city can be confusing for a new visitor. With Dublin’s Hop On Hop Off Buses , you can get to explore all the top spots in the city. And, with this convenient mode of transport, all you need is one ticket!

Read on to learn more about Dublin hop-on hop-off bus tours.

Why Choose Dublin Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours?

• Visit Top Landmarks: See all of Dublin’s top attractions from the open-top buses that are ideal for sightseeing.
• Easy and Convenient: Explore the best of Dublin with just one ticket without worrying about your commute.
• Save Money: Hop-on hop-off bus tours will help you save money as you won’t have to spend on local transport fares to get from one spot to the other.
• Complimentary Add-Ons:  Get free onboard Wi-Fi, walking tours, night tours, and more with your tickets.
• Pre-Recorded Commentary: There are audio guides in 10 languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Irish, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, and Polish, as well as a live commentary to give you information on all the attractions you will visit.

For more information on the special features and inclusion, please check your tickets.

Dublin Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour Timetable

City Sightseeing

• Timings: 9:15 AM to 5 PM
• Frequency: Every 30 mins
• Walking Tour: Twice a day at 11 AM and 2 PM
• Guided Walking Tour: at 11 AM daily. The duration is 2 hours
• Night Tour: 7 PM & 8:30 PM, The duration is 1 hour
• Coastal Tour: at 2 PM daily. The duration is 4 hours

Dublin Hop On Hop Off Visitor Tips and Guidelines

• Know What Your Ticket Includes:  Most hop-on hop-off bus tour operators have multiple ticket options. Some may not include all the routes on the tour, while others may even offer additional perks like a boat ride or a walking tour. 
• Plan Your Route:  Find out the routes that your hop-on hop-off bus will take (all tour operators offer a map of their routes), so you can decide which stops you would like to get off at beforehand. It is also important to know which major attractions are near the stops. 
• Schedule Your Stops:  If you want to tour any of the attractions near the bus stops, make sure you know how long the tour will be, and when the next hop-on hop-off bus will stop. 
• Buy Attraction Tickets: Many attractions require entry tickets, be sure to purchase these in advance online to avoid standing and waiting in long queues.
• Peak Hours:  If you can you the time and day of your bus tour, find out what the rush hours are in New York during your visit, so you can avoid getting stuck in traffic. 
• Try to Take the Tour Twice:  If you have time, consider first making a full loop on the bus without getting on or off the bus. It may seem like this defeats the purpose of a “hop-on hop-off” tour, but this way you can get an overview of Dublin with a good seat and view for the entire trip.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dublin Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours

A. Yes, Dublin has a hop-on hop-off bus tour.

A. You can buy Dublin hop-on hop-off tickets online.

A. Yes, you can avail Dublin hop-on hop-off tickets online.

A. Hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour ticket prices start from £16.

A. Hop-on hop-off buses in Dublin allow you to get on and leave the bus at any of the designated stops to see the major city landmarks whenever you want.

A. Dublin hop-on hop-off buses run between 10 AM to 6 PM and arrive at a frequency of 15 minutes.

A. Yes, there are audio guides available for adults in 5 languages on the Dublin hop-on hop-off bus tours, including English, Spanish, Italian, French & German.

A. Yes, Dublin’s hop-on hop-off bus tours are accessible to wheelchair users.

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The DoDublin city sightseeing tour has been Dublin's No.1 tour for over 30 years. DoDublin is a part of Dublin Bus and our Tour Guides are all Dublin Bus drivers. They know the city like the back of their hands and they're all great entertainers with many insights about Dublin you won't hear anywhere else. All of our tour guides are also Fáilte Ireland trained, so It's no wonder we have more 5-Star Reviews on Tripadvisor than any Hop-on hop-off tour in Europe!

There are 24 hour and 48 hour tickets available.

Attractions include:

• National Gallery of Ireland
• Teeling Whiskey Distrillery
• St. Patrick's Catherdral
• Book of Kells
• and many more 

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14 Things To Do in Dublin, Ireland On a Long Layover With AerLingus

Utilizing a long layover is one of the best traveler hacks out there. With AerLingus offering most flights with a stopover in Dublin, if you're going to stop there anyway, you might as well leave the airport and get some exploring in. Dublin is a relatively small city, and with even just one day, you can tick a few things off of your Irish bucket list. Here are 10 recommended things to do on a long layover in Dublin with AerLingus.

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More Things To Do in Dublin, Ireland On a Long Layover With AerLingus

It can be very hard to kill time on long layovers but that's not something travelers flying to Dublin have to worry about. With the entire city at one's disposal, long layovers in Dublin are an excellent way to explore the Irish capital. This list was updated to include more things that travelers can do on stopovers in Dublin when flying with AerLingus.

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See The Book Of Kells At The Trinity College Library

The Library of Trinity College in Dublin is one of the oldest libraries in Ireland and nothing will make time fly by quicker than the dark aisles of its 16th-century reading halls. The library has over 7,000,000 volumes of books on its shelves but if there's one thing that visitors must see, it's the Book of Kells -- the four Latin Gospel manuscripts dating back to the 9th century. No matter the time of the year, the library always has at least one volume on display for the public to see.

Catch A Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Flights can get pretty darn tiring. Oftentimes, there's very little energy left for anything exciting on a layover, let alone exploring an entirely new city . In that case, hop-on hop-off bus tours offer visitors an excellent means through which to see Dublin without much physical exertion on their part. Simply catch an open-top double-decker bus, grab a seat in a corner, and watch Dublin's top attractions pass by as you listen to audio guides for context.

Get A Taste Of Irish Food

What better way to spend a layover in Dublin than to eat your way through the Irish capital? Food blogger Ketty Quigley's Delicious Dublin Tours take visitors on a three-hour walking trip around the city with stops at plenty of famous eateries in between. As local experts tell tales of Dublin's food history, visitors will not only taste the best of local Irish food, but they will also learn of its past and present. These tours operate regardless of the weather in the notoriously temperamental capital.

Hop Onto A Viking Splash Tour

Long layovers in Dublin are one thing if you're alone or in the company of a fellow adult, but finding entertainment can be a far more tedious task when traveling with kids. A Viking Splash Tour is an excellent adrenaline-filled activity -- and an incredibly unique one at that -- for both adults and kids to take part in when in Dublin. The tours take place on a restored World War II amphibious vehicle that functions much like a bus on the roads but transforms into a boat as it mightily glides into the Grand Canal Dock, splashing passengers on board with the cold waters of the canal.

Drink At Temple Bar

What visit to Ireland is complete without a proper pint of Guinness? Head to the place that does it best, and arguably the most famous bar in not only Dublin but all of Ireland: Temple Bar Pub. Not to be confused with the neighborhood that is called Temple Bar, Temple Bar Pub is an infamous landmark pub with the traditional bright red exterior, welcoming you in to have a pint or two.

Related: 10 Pubs You Need To Grab A Brew At While Visiting Dublin

Dublin Castle

Despite popular belief, there's a lot more to do in Dublin than just drinking. Ireland is home to several castles, and Dublin Castle is one of the finest . Having been built in the thirteen century, Dublin Castle has since served as home to English and British administration. In 1922, Dublin Castle was given to the Irish government, where it now serves as a popular tourist hotspot. For an entry fee of about 8 euros, you can head inside and see the collection of art, as well as take in the majestic red velour and gold-plated interior.

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Chester Beatty

Within the confines of Dublin Castle is what Lonely Planet has described as one of the best museums in Europe: Chester Beatty. Also known as Chester Beatty Library, this museum is home to the collections of Sir Chester Alfred Beatty, a philanthropist and mining magnate who was given the title "King of Copper" due to his fortune. The collections at Chester Beatty include but are not limited to Arabic treatises on religion, Western manuscripts, pieces from Persian poets, and even Japanese art.

Shop At George's Street Arcade

Looking to get a little shopping in on your long layover in Dublin? George's Street Arcade is one of the best places in the city of Dublin to do so. Centrally located close to other major tourist spots, George's Street Arcade has shops ranging from Brazilian-made fashion at Carnaval to Mystic Ireland Crystals. There are also plenty of eateries on site, like the top-rated vegan burgers at Flip Burgers and proper wine and cheese at Loose Canon.

Take A Guinness Brewery Tour

Back to booze because, hey, it is Ireland, after all. Aside from Irish whiskey, the most popular alcoholic beverage in Ireland is Guinness. The Irish take their Guinness seriously. There's a craft behind pouring each one which amplifies the overall taste. If you're curious to know the art behind this extremely popular beer, head to the Guinness Brewery for a tour.

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Visit Jameson Distillery

If you're more into whiskey, or better yet, if you want to add a second boozy adventure to your layover in Dublin, the Jameson Distillery is a great addition to your activities. Learn the history behind one of the most popular Irish whiskeys in the world. Created in 1780 by John Jameson, the long-standing tradition behind making Jameson can now be experienced as a tourist. The tour options range from a simple visit to cocktail classes.

See Local Music At Whelan's

Who doesn't love a good Irish folk band? While you are bound to find live music at pretty much any pub in the city, Whelan's is one of the best. You can check out their calendar on their website to see who's playing, and it's recommended to book a table in advance since this place quickly fills up. Enjoy a beverage while listening to some classical local Irish music.

Drink High Tea On A Vintage Bus

Are you less interested in whiskey and stouts and more interested in feeling posh with a cup of tea in hand? There are many tours to book in Ireland , but one of the more unique experiences in Dublin offered on GetYourGuide is a high-tea tour while riding on a vintage bus . Priced at about $50 per person, a high-tea tour in Dublin is a fun way to experience the city from a double-decker bus that's been refurbished to be its fanciest self. The tour comes with food options, including those that are vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free friendly.

Cross Ha'Penny Bridge

The Ha'Penny Bridge is a pedestrian bridge located in central Dublin. It was built in May 1816 over the River Liffey and remains a popular tourist attraction to this date. Its central location is close to the popular Temple Bar neighborhood, and the best part about ticking Ha'Penny Bridge off of your bucket list during a short layover is that it's only going to take a few minutes to see it.

Free Walking Tour

One of the best ways to quickly explore any city while learning a bit about its history is by taking a free walking tour . Explore Dublin by foot, see plenty of major tourist hot spots, and learn the history through a local tour guide, all for zero cost. The tour is offered several times a day, meaning it's likely you can fit it into your Dublin layover regardless of what time you land.

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Overall good experience and good way to visit city with tourist bus. few things can getting better. Traffic was horrendous ....pick up at cruise terminal was left waiting on bus for ages waiting for bus to fill, also o return from tour to mall to join bus for return to ship again waiting a further 20 mins for bus to arrive.

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For groups of 12 or more, you may send us an inquiry at [email protected]. Although we do not guarantee bulk deals for all our tours, there are some tours for which we can offer discounted pricing. Ordinary hop-on-hop-off bus tickets are entitled to group savings. Attractions, pass items and combo tickets aren't.

Due the nature of this type of tour and varying demand, group travellers should be aware that there is no guarantee that the group will be able to travel altogether as the available seats vary from stop to stop and depends on demand each day. The group may need to split up and/or wait for the next bus(s).

As, we cannot guarantee that the group shall be able to travel together as one group, therefore we will reduce the group size down to 4-5 smaller groups per ticket (depending upon group size).